Halifax (electoral district)

Halifax is the name of a federal electoral district in Nova Scotia, Canada. Its population is 88,931. (2001) The two strongest parties in Halifax are the Liberals and the NDP. Alexa McDonough stepped down as NDP leader in 2003, but continued to represent Halifax and ran for reelection against popular city councillor Sheila Fougere in 2004. Fougere came close to beating the incumbent, but McDonough pulled ahead based partially on a strong showing in Halifax's North End.

Demographics

Ethnic Groups: 89.3% White, 4.5% Black, 1.4% Chinese
Languages: 90.2% English, 2.5% French, 6.5% Other
Religions: 38.4% Protestant, 37.4% Catholic, 1.4% Christian Orthodox, 1.5% Other Christian, 1.1% Jewish, 1.0% Buddhist, 1.0% Muslim, 17.2% No Affiliation
Average Income: $30,156

Geography

The district includes the old city of Halifax except for the extreme western part, the area along the west coast of Halifax Harbour and along the Atlantic Ocean until Pennant . It also includes Sable Island. The Area is 231 sq. km.

History

The electoral district was created at Confederation in 1867. It returned two members until 1968.

List of Members

2004 Federal Election Results: